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Pedagogical Coordination in the Reggio Emilia Approach

Originating in Reggio Emilia, Italy, this innovative and collaborative approach to education has become world-renowned and embraced by schools around the globe. Based in a social constructivist philosophy, the Reggio Emilia style of learning includes the pedagogista, a role that supports teachers in their daily work with children, their families and the community.

Our Certificate in Pedagogical Coordination in the Reggio Emilia Approach will prepare you to become a pedagogista. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the fundamental principles, philosophies and pedagogical practices of the Reggio Emilia approach and practical experience implementing those theories. You will analyze, document, observe and interpret the needs of a child and his or her family. Using this knowledge, you’ll then learn how to help develop specific educational experiences tailored to each child’s situation, new ideas for teachers to explore and reflections educators can use to continue their own development.

Our program consists of two full semesters of university study in Saint Louis, MO, and internship experience in the Maplewood Richmond Heights Early Childhood Center. In addition, we’re proud to collaborate with the Municipal Infant-Toddler and Preschools of Reggio Emilia, the University of Modena at Reggio Emilia and Reggio Children, whose faculty co-teach this program.

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If accepted, you’ll be paired up with a knowledgeable and qualified academic advisor to help you establish a degree plan that aligns with your goals and schedule. An advisor will also help you determine if you’re eligible for any prerequisite waivers and enroll you in your first class.

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The Pedagogical Coordination in the Reggio Emilia Approach certificate-seeking student should consult the Admission, Enrollment, and Academic Policies sections under Academic Policies and Procedures for policies regarding application, admission, registration, and the academic policies of Webster University. Academic policies or exceptions to policies applicable to Pedagogical Coordination in the Reggio Emilia Approach students are noted under their respective general academic policies.

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